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His many achievements led Fighters Only magazine to award Kavanaugh the Coach Of The Year title in 2017, at the World MMA Awards. Photo by Mark O’Brien. John Kavanagh is an Irish MMA and grappling instructor, as well as a black belt in jiu-jitsu under Matt Thornton, holding this same rank in karate.
A lifelong martial artist, the Dubliner began studying his true love, jiu-jitsu, in 1996, eventually becoming Ireland’s first black belt in BJJ. He would give MMA a shot professionally in 2000,...
Dec 7, 2021 · 7 December 2021. McGregor's MMA comeback & training with Will Smith - Coach Kavanagh Q&A. UFC star Conor McGregor could be a great coach in the future but should return to action in 2022, says...
Jan 19, 2020 · Jan 19, 2020 BJJEE Interview, Videos. John Kavanagh runs the Straight Blast Gym Ireland and was the first Irish person to be awarded a black belt in BJJ. John fought in MMA to get a basic knowledge and experience of it before he moved into coaching, and where his true love lies in teaching.
Jan 23, 2023 · John Kavanagh ‘very, very confident’ Conor McGregor fights in 2023, reveals what he wants most in an opponent. By MMA Fighting Newswire Jan 23, 2023, 6:00pm EST. 77 Comments / 77 New. One of...
Nov 24, 2021 · Latest News. Morning Report: John Kavanagh talks Conor McGregor’s return: ‘When the time comes, I’m sure he won’t be short of choice’. By Jed Meshew @JedKMeshew Nov 24, 2021, 8:00am EST. 78...
Apr 22, 2024 · Mon, Apr 22, 2024 · 3 min read. 20. John Kavanagh assures that Conor McGregor ’s focus on fighting has never wavered. McGregor (22-6 MMA, 10-4 UFC) returns from an almost three-year long...
